Psychedelic Practitioner Training Practicum Program
A year-long practicum for Synthesis graduates and current students who have reached at least Module 8. It focuses on hands-on, in-person experience, professional continuity workshops, and 1:1 mentorship in psychedelic facilitation.
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Course Overview
The Psychedelic Practitioner Training Practicum Program is an advanced professional development offering for Synthesis graduates and current or previous students of the training program. It is intended for participants who have reached at least Module 8 and are working toward practitioner development. The program is designed to support hands-on learning in real-world contexts through in-person practicum experiences. Participants can choose from external practicum sites, including retreat centers, clinical sites, and harm reduction organizations, and may also complete practicum hours at a Synthesis-led Immersion Retreat. The structure includes one year of Professional Continuity Workshops and 1:1 mentorship. The program is described as supporting skill development, community building, and professional networking across the psychedelic field.
Who is this for?
Synthesis graduates and current or previous students of the Psychedelic Practitioner Training program who have reached at least Module 8.
Prerequisites
Enrollment is for previous or current students of the Psychedelic Practitioner Training program, and students must have reached at least Module 8.
About the Provider
Synthesis is a legal psilocybin retreat company based in the Netherlands, offering 'Immersion' — a comprehensive 7-week program including a 5-day in-person psilocybin truffle ceremony retreat held at the New Eden venue 90 minutes from Amsterdam. Founded in 2018 and having supported over 1,100 individuals, Synthesis integrates modern science with contemplative wisdom traditions and has collaborated with the Psychedelic Research Group at Imperial College London.
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- Price$2,900
- FormatHybrid
- Lifecycle statusNo New Dates
- SkillsHarm ReductionIntegrationFacilitationPsychotherapyKetamine-Assisted TherapyPsilocybin TherapyEthicsTrauma-Informed Carepsychedelic facilitationholding spaceobserving and listening carefullyprofessional developmentreal-world practicum experienceworking with clients in supportive settings
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Competencies this course teaches
Clinical competencies from the Blossom competency map that reference this course as a teaching source.
- Ethical decision-making and confidentialityCompliance and Risk Management
- Case-based practice, peer consultation, and professional learning communityEthics and Boundaries
- Tracking nervous systems and consent dynamicsEthics and Boundaries
- Debriefing and reflective practicePsychological Support and Psychotherapy
- Preparation and integration supportPsychological Support and Psychotherapy
- Preparation and therapeutic alliancePsychological Support and Psychotherapy
- General psychedelic-assisted practice skillsSafety and Basic Knowledge
- Harm reduction and risk awarenessSafety and Basic Knowledge
- Screening, eligibility, and readiness assessmentScreening and Patient Assessment
- Observing and holding space without reactingSetting Management
- Space preparation and ceremonial setupSetting Management
- Working within legal and approved site structuresSetting Management
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